Hundreds of unemployed graduates gathered in front of the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo recently to demand jobs and better opportunities. The protest highlighted the growing frustration among young people who have completed university degrees but are struggling to find employment.

Graduates said that despite years of study, they face limited opportunities in both the public and private sectors.

The protest also called attention to the need for government action, including creating more jobs, improving career guidance, and strengthening connections between universities and employers.

This event reflects a larger challenge in Sri Lanka: ensuring that higher education leads to meaningful work and opportunities for the country’s youth.